Pink Sandwort. Cushion-forming evergreen, dark green leaves, attractive star-shaped deep pink flowers. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers May to June. Partial shade. Hardy.
Arenaria purpurascens
Cushion-forming evergreen, dark green leaves, attractive star-shaped deep pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Arenaria |
|---|---|
| Species | purpurascens |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Pink Sandwort |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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